Lime Academy Orton
URN: 147944 • Peterborough PE2 5SD
Overview
- Name
- Lime Academy Orton
- URN
- 147944
- Type
- Academy special sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Trust
- LIME TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 39.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Anthony Skipworth (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01733391800
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Clayton Site, Peterborough PE2 5SD
Summary
      Lime Academy Orton is a mixed academy special school located in Peterborough, catering to children and young people with a diverse range of educational needs and disabilities. With a current enrolment of 153 pupils, the school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment where each child is supported to reach their full potential. The academy emphasizes strong partnerships with families and external professionals to deliver tailored educational experiences.
The curriculum at Lime Academy Orton is designed to be personalized and purposeful, focusing on developing essential skills, confidence, and independence among learners. The school fosters a positive atmosphere where achievements, no matter how small, are celebrated, and students are encouraged to develop their voice and love for learning.
Lime Academy Orton has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in all areas, including the quality of education and personal development. The school aims to enrich the lives of its learners by reflecting the culture and community of its families while prioritizing their wellbeing and self-esteem.
      The curriculum at Lime Academy Orton is designed to be personalized and purposeful, focusing on developing essential skills, confidence, and independence among learners. The school fosters a positive atmosphere where achievements, no matter how small, are celebrated, and students are encouraged to develop their voice and love for learning.
Lime Academy Orton has received a 'Good' rating from Ofsted in all areas, including the quality of education and personal development. The school aims to enrich the lives of its learners by reflecting the culture and community of its families while prioritizing their wellbeing and self-esteem.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- Special Educational Need & Disabilities (sen)
- T: 01733 391800 (other)
- About Us (other)
- Welcome (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- Documents & Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Privacy Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Iqra Academy (57.0)
- Sense College (55.7)
- Nene Gate (55.1)
- Heltwate School (53.9)
- Marshfields School (52.8)
Key details
- LA
- Peterborough
- Age range
- 2 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- LIME TRUST
- Capacity
- 153
- Pupils
- 153
- Boys
- 92
- Girls
- 61
- FSM %
- 50.00
- Open date
- 2020-06-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cambridgeshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% | 
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 153 | 92 | 61 | 153 | 50.00 | 
| 2024-09-11 | 153 | 90 | 63 | 153 | 44.70 | 
| 2023-09-11 | 151 | 93 | 58 | 153 | 40.10 | 
| 2022-09-11 | 151 | 93 | 58 | 153 | 40.10 | 
| 2021-09-11 | 145 | 91 | 54 | 153 | 42.40 | 
| 2020-09-11 | 153 | 
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
        Please sign in to post a review.
        Go to login
      
    
          Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.